The clearest measure of control was the attacking volume.
That is not the profile of an even contest. It points to territorial dominance, repeat entries into dangerous areas and a team that recovered the ball quickly enough to keep Newark Academy pinned back.
A strong opening performance was not just about one scorer, even if Suarez’s two goals gave the afternoon its headline. The report also says Damian Aviles supplied 2 assists and Joseph Castillo added another, while Millington got on the scoresheet as well.
That matters. Early in a season, balance in the final third is often more important than one explosive display. If West Orange is getting finishing from one player and chance creation from several others, it becomes much harder to defend over a full match.
The attacking numbers grab attention, but the defensive side may be just as important. Holding Newark Academy to so little work for Arrieta points to compact defending and control without the ball. West Orange reportedly built its lead before halftime, then managed the second half without surrendering momentum.
The next storyline is simple: can West Orange turn one dominant opener into a trend? If the pressure stays this heavy and the attack remains this varied, the next few fixtures could tell a lot about how high this group can climb.